Um Mami designs and hosts curated food experiences that bring people together around the table. From intimate private dining and shared meals to bespoke catering and creative events, each experience is shaped by seasonality, thoughtful hospitality, and contemporary cooking.
Curated Culinary Experiences in Marrakech
Explore Cooking Through Hands-On Classes
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At Um Mami, our cooking classes are led by a passionate kitchen team dedicated to the pleasure of cooking and eating well. We encourage cooking with intention — through immersive, hands-on experiences that bring people together around food.
Designed for travellers, food enthusiasts, and curious home cooks alike, our classes are open to all levels. Drawing on extensive industry experience, each session focuses on practical skills, creativity, and the joy of shared meals in a welcoming and inspiring environment.
Participants cook alongside our chefs, exploring a range of techniques, ingredients, and approaches — drawing inspiration from Moroccan cuisine as well as broader contemporary cooking practices shaped by seasonality and sustainability.
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- Baking Classes: explore bread-making, fermentation, and dough techniques
- Everyday Cooking: prepare quick, healthy, and nourishing meals for daily life
- Modern Moroccan Cooking : discover classic flavours and techniques through a contemporary lens
(New classes, formats, and guest-led sessions are introduced throughout the year.)
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In the environment of a vibrant culinary hub, participants will:
- Discover the flavors, ingredients, and traditions of Moroccan gastronomy.
- Develop hands-on skills in preparing Modern Moroccan dishes using local and seasonal ingredients, guided by Chef's with over 15 years experience.
- Learn modern culinary techniques inspired by sustainable and innovative cookery.
- Gain confidence and creativity in presenting and balancing flavors.
- Engage in an inspiring cultural and culinary exchange.
Expert Culinary Consultancy for Hospitality Projects
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Um Mami provides professional culinary consultancy for riads, restaurants, and boutique hotels seeking to refine kitchen operations and elevate their overall food offering.
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Drawing on more than a decade of industry experience across Denmark and Morocco, our consultancy programmes are designed to support kitchen teams in strengthening efficiency, consistency, and creativity. Each collaboration is custom-built to meet the specific needs, context, and ambitions of our clients.
Delivered by culinary professionals with a depth of experience, our consultancy goes beyond theory. We offer practical guidance, hands-on training, and concrete solutions covering menu development, kitchen workflows, hygiene systems, and team organisation — supported by tailored follow-up to ensure lasting results.
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Christian Schallert, Brummell Projects:
”As a small business owner running several Riads in Marrakech, I was keen to find the right offer and a unified approach for F&B across all three Brummell properties. It was such a joy to bring the whole team together in Um Mami’s state-of-the-art kitchen center in Sidi Ghanem. The chefs weren’t only brilliant teachers but also genuinely kind people who clearly care about what they do and the purpose behind this program. Without a doubt, this is the place to go for all F&B-related questions. We’ll definitely be back!”
Curated Culinary Experiences in Marrakech
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Um Mami designs and hosts curated culinary experiences that bring people together around food. From intimate dinners to large celebrations and bespoke catering, our experiences are shaped by seasonality, creativity, and thoughtful hospitality.
Events can be hosted in-house at our culinary hub or at your chosen location across Marrakech, with each format adapted to the spirit, scale, and purpose of your gathering.
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(Hosted at Um Mami)
Our culinary hub in Sidi Ghanem offers a warm, creative setting for gatherings centred around food and connection. Guests can dine on our rooftop with panoramic views of Marrakech, on our second-floor terrace during sunset hours, or inside the open kitchen for an immersive experience close to the craft of cooking.
Formats include:
- Private Dining – chef-led menus for small groups and special occasions
- Shared Table – community-style dining experiences designed to encourage connection and exchange
- Cocktail & Canapé Events – refined, bite-sized dishes in a relaxed social setting
Each experience is carefully curated to create an atmosphere that feels welcoming, generous, and memorable.
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(Hosted at your location)
Bring the Um Mami experience to your space. Our team provides bespoke catering and culinary concepts for private homes, riads, gardens, cultural venues, and event spaces across Marrakech.
From elegant seated dinners to contemporary canapé receptions, we work closely with each client to design menus and service styles that reflect the tone of the event and the people gathering around the table.
Suitable for:
- Private celebrations
- Brand and press events
- Product launches
- Exhibitions and openings
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- Thoughtfully designed menus
- Seasonal ingredients and flexible formats
- Smooth, attentive service
- A focus on warmth, generosity, and connection
Our experiences are designed for intimate settings and small group gatherings, with a focus on quality, care, and attention to detail.
Creative Spaces and rentals for Culinary and Professional Use
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Um Mami offers a selection of versatile spaces available for private hire, with or without culinary services. Located in the creative district of Sidi Ghanem, our spaces are well suited for small gatherings, workshops, meetings, trainings, and culinary projects.
Each space can be adapted to your needs, whether you are hosting a professional session, a creative project, or a food-related activity. Our team can provide optional support to ensure a smooth and well-organised experience.
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Professional Kitchen
A fully equipped kitchen suitable for cooking classes, recipe development, testing, and small-scale culinary production.
Rooftop
An open-air space ideal for private lunches, sunset gatherings, or informal events in a relaxed setting.
Classrooms & Meeting Rooms
Comfortable rooms designed for meetings, trainings, and workshops, with flexible setup options.
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Catering and coffee breaks
Ingredient sourcing
Technical and logistical support
Setup and clean-up
All rentals are quoted on a case-by-case basis, depending on the space, duration, and selected services.
Cooking together, building stronger teams
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At Um Mami, our team-building experiences are designed around food as a powerful tool for connection, collaboration, and shared achievement. Led by our passionate kitchen team, these immersive culinary sessions invite participants to cook together with intention, strengthening relationships through creativity, communication, and the simple pleasure of making and sharing food.
Tailored for companies, organisations, and professional groups, our team-building formats are accessible to all levels and backgrounds. No prior cooking experience is required. Participants work side by side with our chefs, taking part in hands-on culinary challenges and collaborative cooking moments. Through guided activities, teams explore techniques, ingredients, and workflows inspired by Moroccan cuisine and contemporary cooking practices, with a strong focus on seasonality, sustainability, and shared responsibility.
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Collaborative Cooking Challenges: teams prepare dishes together, developing communication, coordination, and trust
• Modern Moroccan Experiences: discover traditional flavours and techniques through a contemporary, team-focused approach
• Creative Food Labs: experiment with ingredients, plating, and flavour balance to foster innovation and collective creativity
• Custom Formats: sessions adapted to team size, objectives, and timeframes (onboarding, leadership, celebration, or retreat)
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Strengthen collaboration and communication through shared culinary tasks
• Experience Moroccan gastronomy as a medium for cultural connection and storytelling
• Develop practical skills while reinforcing collective problem-solving and adaptability
• Build confidence, creativity, and team spirit in a hands-on, inclusive setting
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